It's the ultimate Summer debacle: what shoes can we comfortably rock to work? Leather booties get sweaty, and our feet slide around in slick heels. All we really want is to slip into a cool pair of sandals. And while casual flip-flops are out of the question [1], it is possible to make an open-toed style office appropriate.
The number one requirement for successful work sandals: they must be sophisticated enough for an office environment and versatile enough to work with all the pieces in our work wardrobe. If this sounds like a tall order, don't panic: we've sleuthed out the best fashion-friendly styles that will leave your toes wiggling in anticipation. And with heights ranging from flat to sky high, you'll be sure-footed no matter the occasion [2].
Everlane The Italian Slingback Sandal [3] ($98)
Loeffler Randall Echo Jewel-Embellished Sandal, Wheat/Pearl [4] ($295)
Pour La Victoire Riko Flat Sandals [5] ($175)
Stuart Weitzman Tie-Up Suede Gladiator Sandal [6] ($398)
Steve Madden Sanddy Slingback Sandal (Women) [7] ($70)
Rachel Zoe Poppie Sandals [8] ($295)
Givenchy Jelly Chain-Link Flat Sandal, Black [9] ($295)
Aldo Roncari Rose Gold Leather Flat Sandals [10] ($65)
Schutz Erlina Sandal [11] ($200)
Freda Salvador Go Strap Calfskin Leather Heels [12] ($450)
Tibi Finch Criss-Cross Leather Sandals [13] ($525)
M. Gemi Giardino [14] ($228)
Senso Riley Black Leather Heeled Sandals [15] ($306)
Vince Freida Sandals [16] ($425)
Banana Republic Rosella Ghillie Sandal [17] ($138)
Madewell Crisscross Freda Sandals [18] ($158)
Sol Sana Go Lightly Heel [19] ($190)
Rebecca Minkoff Mali Snake-Embossed Leather and Suede Sandals [20] ($325)
Aquazzura She's Divine Sandals [21] ($695)
Zara Leather Sandals [22] ($100)